Karl Lagerfeld has designed a label for Château Rauzan-Ségla

Karl Lagerfeld in the world of wine: Did you know?

Karl Lagerfeldthe recently deceased fashion designer did not consume alcohol in his daily life. He did, however, have a different opinion on wine tasting. He was even the creator of a label for Château Rauzan-Ségla 2009property of Chanel house. This approach as artistic director also took place for the Champagne house Dom Pérignon with a famous designer box.

Chanel is, of course, one of the world's most legendary fashion houses. But did you know that they also own a famous vineyard? Founded in 1661 by Pierre de Rauzan, Château Rauzan-Ségla, located in the heart of the Margaux appellation in the Bordeaux region of France, was acquired by Chanel in 1994.

With a unique position in the world of luxury products and its corporate independence, Chanel "strives to exalt the unique and precious qualities of this great vineyard with the utmost care and respect for its vines." To celebrate the winery's 350th anniversary, thehe Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld has created a special label.

The Château Rauzan Ségla label by Karl Lagerfeld

The Lagerfeld label adorns the new 2009 vintage, renowned for its "incomparably rich bouquet, silky, intense tannins and elegant taste" that characterize all wines from the Grand Cru Classé de Château Rauzan-Ségla. Since the acquisition, Chanel has been credited with constantly improving the precious tiered elixir.

For the special bottling, Lagerfeld drew a picture of Château Rauzan-Ségla himself in his inimitable style, which of course bears his signature.